backyard ecology

Porcupine on the farm

We have a bit of a problem on our farm. A porcupine problem--to be specific. With an overabundant population they're…

11 years ago

Climate change & Maine bees at MSBA

Former president of the Maine State Beekeepers' Association and retired state of Maine acquatic biologist, Matt Scott gave a presentation…

11 years ago

Maine promotes native pollinators

Tuesday night the Somerset Beekeepers met for their monthly meeting, and were joined by a number of the county's master…

12 years ago

Do NOT buy ladybugs; attract native species to your garden instead

Ladybugs are often touted as a safe solution to aphid problems in the garden because their use doesn't involve harmful…

12 years ago

Monday’s Musings: On appreciating nature

Monday's Musings is a new weekly theme I'm working to establish here on the blog (along with Sustainable Saturday--so be…

12 years ago

“Wings of Life” mesmerizes and inspires

We received the "Wings of Life" documentary on Saturday, I ordered it from Amazon and had it shipped here by…

12 years ago

Owls at the Library

On Tuesday the boys and I went to the Madison Public Library to participate in the second session of their…

13 years ago

Wildlife in the backyard

A large part of our plan for the Runamuk farm revolve around wildlife.  In our home we love to watch…

14 years ago

From bug-hater to beekeeper

I'm selling honey for the first time this year.  I am so proud of myself!  Ten years ago I would…

14 years ago